How to get from Needham to Harvard University by bus, subway and train?

From Needham to Harvard University by bus, subway and train

To get from Needham to Harvard University in Cambridge, you’ll need to take one train line, one subway line and one bus line: take the NEEDHAM train from Needham Junction station to South Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RED LINE subway and finally take the 75 bus from Harvard station to Concord Ave @ Bond St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min. The ride fare is $9.40. The bus, subway and train schedule from Needham may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, subway and train schedule to Harvard University on the Moovit app.

68min$9.40
Walk to train station
Train - NEEDHAM
Subway - RED LINE
Bus - 7575
Walk to Harvard University
Leaves from Needham Junction

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Needham Junction
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - NEEDHAMNEEDHAM
    Wait for train
    NEEDHAM
    #620 | South Station
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Station
    37 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    14 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Harvard
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 7575
    Wait for bus
    75
    Belmont Center
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Concord Ave @ Bond St
    ID 2174
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to Harvard University
    Walk to
    Harvard University
    Concord Avenue
    90 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Needham to Harvard University

The distance between Needham, Cambridge and Harvard University, Cambridge is approximately 17.08 mi, which can typically be travelled in 68 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Needham to Harvard University by bus, subway and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Cambridge – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus, Subway And Train schedule from Needham to Harvard University

To check the bus, subway and train schedule from Needham to Harvard University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Needham) and destination (Harvard University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus, subway and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, subway and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus, subway and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Needham to Harvard University?

    The fastest way takes 68 minutes, using Train line NEEDHAM, Subway line RED LINE, Bus line 75.

  • Is there a direct train between Needham and Harvard University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line, one subway line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 8 min.

  • Which train line goes from Needham to Harvard University?

    The NEEDHAM train line goes from Needham Junction station near Needham in Boston to South Station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line and one bus line till South Station near Harvard University in Cambridge.

  • How long does it take to travel from Needham to Harvard University by train, subway and bus?

    The total travel time between Needham in Boston and Harvard University in Cambridge by train, subway and bus is about 1 hr 8 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Needham to get to Harvard University?

    Get on the NEEDHAM train from the Needham Junction station near Needham in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Needham and Harvard University?

    Get off the train at the South Station, which is closest to Harvard University in Cambridge.

  • How much is the total train, subway and bus fare from Needham to Harvard University?

    The ride from Needham to Harvard University costs $9.40.

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